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13 month old has thrush, any tips...

On our way to Mexico about 12 days ago I noticed white spots in my daughters mouth. Since it wasn't bothering her I decided to wait until we got home to get her medicine. The doctor sent us in a prescription that we have started I hope it will work fast. In the mean time I wasn't sure if there was any other tricks or tips to help it along. Or anything I should keep in mind while breastfeeding.

Re: 13 month old has thrush, any tips...

If your LO is being treated for thrush, you need to be treated at the same time, even if you're not symptomatic. Otherwise, you risk passing it back and forth to each other. Check out Dr. Newman's candida protocol http://www.breastfeedinginc.ca/conte...agename=doc-CP . You can also use plain old over-the-counter canesten on your nipples a couple times/day. Also, any toys/bottle nipples/soothers/etc. that she puts in her mouth need to be sterilized. If you're pumping at all, I suggest steaming your parts in the microwave. Best of luck kicking it!

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